What Happened on September 6, 1941

Historical Events

  • All Jews over age 6 in German territories ordered to wear a star
  • Jews of Vilna Poland confined to their ghetto

Famous Birthdays

  • Michael "Micky" Waller, British blues and rock drummer (Long John Baldry; Jeff Beck Group), born in Hammersmith, London, England (d. 2008)
  • Monica Mason, British ballerina and arts administrator (Director of the Royal Ballet, 2002-12), born in Johannesburg, South Africa
  • Willibrord Frequin, Dutch television reporter, born in Arnhem, Netherlands

Famous Deaths

  • Hugo Loudon, Dutch businessman (President of Royal Dutch Shell), dies at 81
Died in 1941 1941 Highlights

About September 6, 1941

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 82 years, 7 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Virgo